NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Mental Health Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following behaviors indicates to the nurse that the client diagnosed with avoidant personality disorder is improving?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Playing cards with peers indicates improvement, as it shows the client is engaging socially, overcoming fears of rejection, and participating in group interactions.
Question 2 of 5
A hospitalized adolescent diagnosed with anorexia nervosa refuses to comply with her daily before-breakfast weigh-in. She states that she just drank a glass of water, which she feels will unfairly increase her weight. What is the nurse's best response to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response reinforces the protocol's consistency, which is essential for treatment adherence.
Question 3 of 5
The client is laughing and telling jokes to a group of clients. Suddenly, the client is crying and talking about a death in the family. A moment later, the client is laughing and joking again. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Redirecting to a quiet area allows assessment of labile mood and de-escalation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an elderly client with cognitive impairment who is still living at home. Which action should the nurse identify as a priority for safety in planning care for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing tripping hazards addresses the immediate risk of falls, a primary safety concern for elderly clients with cognitive impairment living at home.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with pain disorder is talking with the nurse about fishing when he suddenly reverts to talking about the pain in his arm. Which of the following should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Redirecting back to fishing is appropriate, as it reinforces positive engagement and discourages focus on pain, a common strategy in managing pain disorder.